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| Journal of Marriage and the… | 1 |
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Peer reviewedHawkins, James L.; And Others – Journal of Marriage and the Family, 1977
Examines relationship between social class and marital communication style. Style refers to ways in which messages are sent rather than content. Four interaction styles are employed: conventional, controlling, speculative, and contactful. All classes have the same general rank order regarding styles, suggesting class differences are matters of…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Behavior Patterns, Communication Skills, Family Life
